Top Canada Climbing Tours

Designed to introduce beginners to rock climbing, this half-day excursion in Whistler and Squamish allows travelers to experience the thrill of the sport during their visit. Get the chance to climb some of the best routes with an experienced guide. There are a variety of climbs to suit anyone's abilities.

Take your sightseeing to the skies—and enjoy a new angle on the scenery that few others get to see—on an exhilarating zipline tour through the unspoiled Whistler wilderness. With your choice of two different tour options, select the ideal experience for your tastes. Breathe in crisp mountain air as you zip above white-water rivers and alpine forests, with guides on hand to offer safety briefings and support throughout.

For the most heart racing activity and incredible panoramic views of Niagara Falls, choose to zipline across Niagara River Gorge during this exciting excursion. Strap on your gear and head up to the launch deck before gliding down 2,200 feet (670 meters) of cable over the mighty waterfall. Feel this incredible force of nature and enjoy the views before landing safely on the other side.

Challenge yourself with an ice climbing initiation course right on Tremblant resort. Designed for beginners and no climbing experience necessary, this activity is great for the whole family!

Experience the adrenaline rush of rappelling down rushing waterfalls, shooting down natural slides, and plunging into deep pools with this Kelowna canyoning adventure. Slip on your wetsuit, helmet, and harness and adventure into a natural canyon with your certified canyoning guide to explore on foot and by zipline. Wetsuits, helmets, and canyoning gear are all provided for a safe and fun adventure.

Take on a daring but safe climbing experience — the Sea to Sky Corridor’s Via Ferrata in Squamish. Italian for ‘Iron Way,’ this engineered vertical adventure consists of metal rungs and a specialized cable system. Once you get used to how high up you are in the mountains, look around for fantastic views of Howe Sound and nearby peaks. With a secured route throughout, this fully guided tour is a fun outing for adventurers ages 8 and up.

Banff National Park's Via Ferrata is not for the faint of heart. Crossing an arresting suspension bridge, you'll be witness to beautiful views from on high while supported by a steely cable. The Explorer Route is suitable for beginners, with helmet, harness and Feretta lanyards provided to all participants. Take a walk on the wild side and get your adrenaline pumping on this unforgettable tour.

The majestic landscapes around Banff are perfect settings for rock climbing adventures. But, if you're a beginner, it can be difficult to know where to start. This small-group rock climbing experience is suitable for all levels of experience, from novice to advanced. Whatever your ability, you'll benefit from expert instruction, experience the thrill of climbing and be prepared for getting out into nature.

Discover the first canyoning tour in Golden, BC! A new adventure packed with excitement. After a 15 minute hike, gear up and kick off with a 30 meter controlled speed zipline over the canyon. Then, rappel down three stunning waterfalls in a row, gliding over smooth, blueish rock in this scenic natural gem. Our certified guides ensure your safety, and all safety gear is included just come dressed for the outdoors. Short, adventurous, and unforgettable experience Golden, BC’s best-kept secret.

Challenge yourself with a rock climbing initiation course right on Tremblant resort. Designed for beginners and no climbing experience, this activity is great for the whole family!

Book a true canyoning experience. Unlike most other canyoning operators, with us you will learn the most up to date techniques enabling you to safely descend through the canyons and giving you a true sense of accomplishment. When we are not having fun on our tours we spend our time exploring and preparing new remote canyons to offer you a truly unique experience away from the crowds, in waterfalls and canyons you won't find in any guide book

Enjoy a thrilling rock climbing experience at Whistler on this ‘Via Ferrata’ tour. With safety cables and metal rungs to help you climb, it’s an activity suitable even for first-time climbers. Challenge yourself to climb the entire route and feel a rush of adrenaline as you reach the 7,087 foot (2160-meter) mountain summit.

Visitors often face the challenge of finding an adventure that combines excitement with safety, especially in rugged natural landscapes like the Canadian Rockies. This guided canyoning experience at Abraham Lake offers expert guidance, ensuring fun and safety as you slide, rappel, jump, and swim through some of the most stunning scenery along the Icefields Parkway. Whether new to canyoning or a seasoned thrill-seeker, you'll enjoy light swimming, small jumps, and jaw-dropping views. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, this adventure guarantees excitement.v

Great for both rock climbing novices and experienced climbers, this private session with a professional climbing guide will introduce you and your group to the local rock climbing crags in Squamish or Whistler. Climb some of the best single pitch routes that the area offers. There are a variety of climbs to suit everyone's abilities.

As a Canadian Signature Experience, Norquay's Via Ferrata is a must-do activity when visiting Banff National Park. Our highly qualified ACMG-certified guides will lead you up the cliffs of Mt Norquay that hang above the Bow Valley, overlooking the town of Banff. Steel handholds, ladders, and footsteps as well as a steel safety cable are secured to the rock wall providing assistance and safety. Climbers are safely secured to the safety cable while climbing. Although no prior climbing experience is necessary, guests should be fit enough to climb a ladder and hike for a few hours in the mountains.

Intermediate canyoners—or beginners seeking a challenge—will love canyoning in the secluded, wild Ghost Canyon in Banff National Park during a private day-long adventure. The area is only reachable by 4-wheel-drive vehicle so you get near-exclusive access. After the adventurous journey here, spend the day sliding, rappelling, and jumping into pools while surrounded by beautiful rugged nature. All gear is provided and private guides keep you safe.

As a Canadian Signature Experience, Norquay's Via Ferrata is a must-do activity when visiting Banff National Park. Our highly qualified ACMG-certified guides will lead you up the cliffs of Mt Norquay that hang above the Bow Valley, overlooking the town of Banff. Steel handholds, ladders, and footsteps as well as a steel safety cable are secured to the rock wall providing assistance and safety. Climbers are safely secured to the safety cable while climbing. The Skyline Route is a 4.5 to 5-hour Via Ferrata tour that includes an exciting high traverse on a sheer rock wall and crosses an “airy” 55m suspension bridge. Your effort is amply rewarded at the top, with outstanding panoramic views where the Rocky Mountains stretch out in every direction. Although no prior climbing experience is necessary, guests should be fit enough to climb multiple ladders, and be comfortable spending four to five hours hiking in mountainous terrain.

Traverse the treetops and zipline across stunning landscapes in this exhilarating Treetop Trekking adventure. Ideal for families and friends, this hands-on experience offers a blend of challenge and fun as you navigate various aerial courses tailored to a variety of skill levels. With expert instructors guiding you, build confidence while tackling obstacles and climbing high in the forest canopy. Enjoy approximately three hours of climbing, swinging, and unforgettable memories in nature's playground. Perfect for ages 9 and up, this adventure invites you to push your limits and feel like a superhero in the trees.

Experience the Rockies like never before with our unique adventure! Embark on a journey that sets itself apart from the rest. Our day begins with gearing up and embarking on a hike to our exclusive location. Here, you'll dive into the excitement of swift water 101, showcasing your water prowess. But that's just the beginning. Brace yourself for an exhilarating ride as you soar across the fin zip line, offering you a tantalizing glimpse of the breathtaking glacial waters below. And hold on, because the excitement continues. After conquering the zip line, prepare for a rappelling experience, descending among towering 30-meter walls. But the most awe-inspiring part of this tour is yet to come. Imagine yourself gently floating along the river, surrounded by majestic walls that stand as nature's grand masterpiece. There's nothing that rivals the uniqueness of this adventure. Join us for an experience that goes beyond the ordinary and leaves an indelible mark on your memories.

Discover one of Canada’s most thrilling hidden adventures—canyoning in Port Alice, BC. Unlike hiking or rafting, canyoning lets you fully immerse yourself in waterfalls as you rappel, climb, and swim through breathtaking natural features carved by water over centuries. Whether you choose a quick quarter-day adventure, a more challenging half-day, or the ultimate full-day descent, every trip is designed to build confidence, deliver adrenaline, and showcase stunning canyon scenery. With professional guides, top-quality gear, and routes suitable for first-timers and adventurers alike, this is a rare opportunity to experience waterfalls from the inside out.

Visit two canyons, two national parks in two provinces with waters reaching two different oceans - all in one experience! 2 x 1-hour ice walks with a break to warm up in-between. Explore Johnston Canyon's famous catwalks surrounded by frozen waterfalls. Visit secluded Marble Canyon, one of the deepest slot canyons in the Rockies. Ice cleat rental, return transportation from Banff, hot chocolate and cookies included provided.

After a helicopter flight over Abraham Lake, along Elliot peak and above BATUS Canyon, our Heli will drop us off on a ridge of Ernest Ross Peak. After enjoying a 360 view we will start our scramble down alpine meadows until we reach the creek that will take us to the canyon Our adventure has begun! Together, (with the help of our stoic and capable guides) we’ll make our way down the scramble, through alpine vegetation, rappelling down small waterfalls, and whizzing down natural water slides. From there we’ll find the mouth of the canyon. The creek will disappear into a narrowing opening with 30-meter walls that seem to split the mountain in two. Inside the slot, we rappel down a succession of 3 tall waterfalls all while in a dark, tight rock corridor where we can barely see the sky, almost like a cave. The ambiance is set! We’ll finish the first half of our day with a famous 45-meter waterfall, the equivalent of a 16 story building!

Experience the raw beauty of Kelowna’s natural landscapes from an up-close vantage point that most travelers miss on this small-group canyoning adventure experience. Explore deep canyons filled with ferns and moss, rappel alongside the rushing waters of a waterfall, hike through lush forests while your guide entertains you with local facts, and much more.